Associate Director -Veteran Housing

Description:

WHO WE ARE

Volunteers of America Colorado is a nonprofit, faith-based organization dedicated to helping those in-need transform their lives. Through more than 50 distinct human service programs, Volunteers of America changes the lives of more than 140,000 vulnerable Coloradoans each year. VOA services include housing and emergency shelters, hunger and nutrition services, and many other community support programs. Our work touches the mind, body, heart and ultimately the spirit of those we serve. VOA integrates compassion with highly effective programs that build and strengthen communities.

WHAT MAKES VOA SPECIAL?

VOAC recognizes the unique needs of the older adult who needs a wheelchair ramp to stay at home safely, and the preschooler whose family needs additional resources. VOAC supports veteran’s efforts to exit homelessness as well as provides a safe place for survivors of domestic violence. Wherever VOAC goes, it combines relationship-building, volunteers and quality services to lift and support our neighbor’s efforts to become self-sufficient and reach their full potential.

The Associate Director (AD) of Veteran Housing is responsible for developing, implementing, and evaluating a

comprehensive strategy with Continuum of Care partners to support Volunteers of America strategic

initiatives throughout their assigned area of responsibility. In support of these initiatives, the AD directs the

overall functioning of the Supportive Services for Veteran Families (SSVF) within the Veteran and Supportive

Services Department. AD has oversight of multi-million-dollar funding streams, and direct or indirect

supervision of large teams. Responsibilities include monitoring quality and quantity of supportive services

and activities among project partners located in multiple geographic areas; supervision of four or more

managers; reporting to funding sources; maintaining positive relationships with local, regional, and national

partners; development, implementation and monitoring of program budgets; and grant preparation,

administration and monitoring. Responsible for establishing internal and external reporting systems, financial

oversight and management of all assigned programs, ensuring compliance with overarching rules and

regulations, and oversight of project data collection and evaluation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Monitors the development and implementation of program components to ensure that the services are high quality and consistent with the goals of the agency and program.
  
• Implements and administers all programs under their supervision in accordance with applicable regulations, best practice standards, and Volunteers of America principles and goals.
  
• Recruits, trains, and supervises high quality staff and ensures each employee is thoroughly trained to perform the duties in their position.
  
• Directly responsible for the coaching, supervision and evaluation of managerial personnel throughout the assigned area of responsibility.
  
• Functions as a liaison between the programs, community agencies, and funders. Develops alliances and collaborative agreements with public and private community agencies. Seeks additional resources and funding streams for the program as needed.
  
• Prepares program budgets annually and monitors expenditures throughout the year, taking corrective action when needed.
  
• Responsible for the overall supervision of the volunteer component including assessing needs pertaining to the use of volunteers, developing the necessary job description, and working with the Volunteer Services Division in the recruitment, screening and placement of volunteers in the program.
  
• Utilizes data systems and personnel to make informed strategic decisions.
  
• Prepares required reports and program data and submits by the due date.
  
• Performs all other duties as assigned.
  

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Oversees managerial personnel working to achieve strategic objectives throughout the assigned service area.
  

Anticipated Outcomes

• In conjunction with Denver Program Manager, maintains sustainable partnerships with CoC, VA and other agency partners in Metro Denver working towards goal of functional zero for Veteran homelessness.
  
• Ensures that program wide outreach effectively locates and connects with Veterans across Colorado, measured through quarterly outreach plans and program enrollments.
  
• Ensures that Veterans receive services within one week of initial contact.
  
• Ensures that programming houses people receiving services preferably within one month but no longer than 3 months.
  
• Ensure all other outcomes are met as required by the funding source and Volunteers of America Colorado
  

Working Conditions and Physical Requirements

• Travel throughout the program�s service area is required on a regular basis.
  
• Must be able to work in diverse and, at times, uncomfortable environments such as homeless shelters, service facilities, streets, offices, and all other locations as necessary to fulfill program objectives.
  

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

• Full-Time or Part-Time as indicated in posting.
  
• Works hours vary depending upon program requirements but are typically 45+ hours per work week.
  

Location

• Throughout program service area. VSS Field Offices located are in: Denver, Greeley, Fort Collins, Grand Junction, Durango, Alamosa, Pueblo, and Colorado Springs.
  

Position will be located at 1247 Santa Fe Denver at our Denver Field Offices

Salary: $70,000-$80,500 annual exempt

Employee must be able to perform essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation and without posing a direct threat to safety or health of self or others. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Employee will perform job according to applied laws. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform this role, please contact HR@VOAColorado.org to begin the Interactive Process.

Benefit eligibility is based on job type/status

Vacation Time

Separate Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Floating Holidays

Personal Days

Volunteer/Wellness Day

Tuition Assistance

Pension Plan

403b Retirement Plan with Agency Match

Health, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurances

Life Insurance

Accident Insurance

Employee Assistance/Work Life Balance Program

Employee Discount Program

LifeLock with Norton

Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Volunteers of America is an EEO Employer

Position Will Remain Open Until Filled

VISA SPONSORSHIP IS NOT OFFERED FOR THIS ROLE

Veterans Strongly Encouraged to Apply

Requirements:

Competencies

• Models core culture attributes of VOACO that include �AIRS†(Accountability, Integrity, Respect and Service).
  
• Models and VOACO�s three critical virtues of HHS (Hungry, Humble, People Smart).
  
• Must competently translate administrative and direct service practices to diverse groups of stakeholders in support of program objectives.
  
• Must be both creative and detail oriented in order to effectively develop and implement strategic plans supporting program, agency, and community objectives.
  
• Must be aware of, and able to reflect, the differences between management and direction.
  

Minimum Qualifications of Position

• Bachelor�s degree in public administration, business administration, human services, or a closely related field.
  
• 3 years of management experience.
  
• Demonstrated ability to fulfill relevant program compliance and administrative requirements.
  
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams of human service professionals.
  
• Demonstrated abilities in effectively managing program grant agreements, contracts, and finances.
  
• Demonstrated grant writing abilities.
  
• Must possess a Colorado driver�s license and state-mandated automobile insurance.
  
• Must possess a personal vehicle that may be used for work-related travel (reimbursement for mileage is available).
  
• Must complete agency and program credentialing within 12 weeks of hire and maintain credentialing standards thereafter.
  

Preferred Qualifications of Position

• US Military Veteran preferred
  
• Master�s degree in in public administration, business administration, human services, or a closely related field.
  
• Demonstrated pursuit, award, and continued/successful maintenance of private, local, state, and federal grants or contracts.
  
• 4 years of management experience.
  
• Current resident of the Greater Colorado service area: Alamosa, Colorado Springs, Durango , Grand Junction, Pueblo.
  

Knowledge and Skills

• Demonstrated skillsets in financial management, operational management, grants/contacts managements, and personnel management.
  
• Ability to inspire, train, mentor, and lead teams.
  
• Ability to respectfully and professionally serve individuals hailing from diverse backgrounds, cultures, ideologies, and religions.
  
• Ability to work and thrive within a diverse, multicultural team environment.
  
• Ability to take initiative and work independently.
  
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
  
• Ability to apply appropriate self-care in the face of often difficult and/or traumatic situations which commonly present while working with persons in need of services.